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28 Dec

Indian National Wins £67,000 in UK Tribunal After KFC Dismissal Ruled Racially Discriminatory

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsIndia, World NewsKFC franchise, racial discrimination, UK employment tribunal, wrongful dismissal

London, December 28, 2025: An Indian national has been awarded nearly £67,000 in compensation after a UK employment tribunal ruled that he was wrongfully dismissed and subjected to racial discrimination by his manager at a KFC franchise outlet in south-east London. The tribunal found in favour of Madhesh Ravichandran, a native of Tamil Nadu, who had filed a case against Nexus Foods Limited, the company operating the West Wickham KFC outlet. Ravichandran alleged that he faced repeated racial abuse from his Sri Lankan Tamil manager, including being called a “slave” and hearing derogatory remarks such as “Indians are fraudsters”. In…

28 Dec

Two Suspects in Bangladeshi Youth Leader Sharif Osman Hadi Murder Flee to India, Dhaka Police Say

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsBangladesh murder case, Dhaka Metropolitan Police, Sharif Osman Hadi killing

Dhaka (Bangladesh): Two prime suspects in the murder of Bangladeshi youth leader and election candidate Sharif Osman Hadi have escaped from the country and are believed to be hiding in India, a senior Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) official said on Sunday. Hadi, 32, a leader of the Inquilab Moncho and a parliamentary candidate for the February 12 elections, was shot in the head on December 12 while campaigning in Dhaka. He was airlifted to Singapore for advanced medical treatment but succumbed to his injuries on December 18. Addressing a press conference at the DMP Media Centre, Additional Police Commissioner (Crime…

27 Dec

7.0-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Taiwan’s Northeast Coast, Tremors Felt in Taipei

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsNational Fire Agency, seismic activity Taiwan, Taipei tremors, Taiwan earthquake, Yilan coast quake

Taipei (Taiwan): A powerful earthquake measuring 7.0 on the Richter scale struck off Taiwan’s northeastern coast late on Saturday, causing buildings to shake in the capital city of Taipei, according to the island’s weather administration. The quake occurred about 32 kilometres off the coastal city of Yilan and had a focal depth of approximately 73 kilometres. Authorities said tremors were widely felt across northern parts of the island, prompting residents to rush outdoors as a precaution. The National Fire Agency said damage assessment operations were underway to determine the impact of the seismic activity. No immediate reports of casualties or…

27 Dec

Heavy Airstrikes Shake Ukrainian Capital Hours Before Planned Trump–Zelenskyy Talks

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Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma): Kyiv and surrounding regions were jolted by a powerful overnight barrage of missiles and drones, plunging residents into shelters and heightening tensions just ahead of a scheduled meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump. The attack marked one of the most intense aerial assaults on the capital in recent weeks. Air raid sirens sounded repeatedly as Ukrainian air defence units engaged incoming threats. Residents reported hearing a series of loud blasts across different parts of the city, while flashes in the night sky indicated active interception efforts. Strikes were also felt in nearby…

26 Dec

Trump Confirms US Military Action Against ISIS-Linked Militants in Nigeria

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsTrending, World NewsDonald Trump, ISIS, Nigeria, US

California (Rajeev Sharma): The United States has carried out a military operation targeting Islamic State-affiliated fighters in northwest Nigeria, President Donald Trump announced, calling the action a direct response to extremist violence in the region. In a post shared on his social media platform, Truth Social, President Trump said the strike was ordered after reports of repeated attacks by ISIS-linked militants, particularly against Christian communities. He described the operation as forceful and effective, asserting that US forces acted decisively to neutralize the threat. The President said the mission was conducted under his command and emphasized that Washington would not allow…

25 Dec

Tarique Rahman Returns to Bangladesh After 17 Years, Draws Massive BNP Show of Strength in Dhaka

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsBangladesh Nationalist Party, Bangladesh politics, BNP, Dhaka, Tarique Rahman

Dhaka, December 25: Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman received a massive public reception on Thursday as he returned to Bangladesh after 17 years in exile, marking a significant political moment ahead of the country’s upcoming parliamentary elections. Thousands of BNP leaders, workers and supporters lined major routes in the capital, including the 300 Feet Road and areas around Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, to welcome the party leader amid heavy security deployment. The scale of the gathering reflected strong enthusiasm within the party ranks and among supporters across the city.Rahman travelled in a bus decorated in BNP colours,…

25 Dec

California Activates Emergency Response as Holiday Storm Brings Flooding Threat

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California (Rajeev Sharma): California has moved into emergency mode after a powerful storm swept through Los Angeles and much of Southern California, prompting officials to warn of worsening conditions over the next several days. Governor Gavin Newsom issued a state of emergency as heavy rainfall led to rising river levels and growing concerns about landslides. The storm system, fueled by the moisture-rich weather pattern known as the “Pineapple Express,” has drenched urban areas and foothill communities alike. Authorities say saturated ground and fast-moving water have increased the risk of mudslides, particularly in regions previously affected by wildfires. Emergency crews are…

25 Dec

Deadly Explosion During Prayers Shakes Nigeria’s Maiduguri

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Maiduguri (Rajeev Sharma): A bomb blast inside a mosque in Nigeria’s northeastern city of Maiduguri left five people dead and at least 35 others wounded on Wednesday night, according to local police authorities. The explosion occurred while worshippers were gathered for evening prayers, sending shockwaves through the neighborhood. The Borno State Police Command said initial evidence suggests the attack was carried out by a suicide bomber. Police spokesperson Nahum Daso stated that investigators recovered remnants believed to be part of an explosive vest, alongside testimonies from people who witnessed the incident. He added that security forces have cordoned off the…

24 Dec

Libyan Officials Killed in Plane Crash Near Ankara; Investigation Underway

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Ankara (Rajeev Sharma): A tragic aviation accident near Ankara, Turkey, claimed the lives of several senior Libyan officials, along with the aircraft’s crew, on Tuesday night. The Falcon 50-type business jet crashed near the village of Kesikkavak in Haymana, roughly 70 kilometers south of the Turkish capital. Among the victims were some of Libya’s top military personnel, including Gen. Al-Fitouri Ghraibil, head of Libya’s ground forces; Brig. Gen. Mahmoud Al-Qatawi, leader of the military manufacturing authority; Mohammed Al-Asawi Diab, an advisor to the chief of staff; and Mohammed Omar Ahmed Mahjoub, a military photographer attached to the chief of staff’s…

23 Dec

US enhances online vetting for H-1B visas; delayed interviews likely to impact Indian techies

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National Times Bureau :- The United States has announced an expansion of online and social media reviews as part of routine visa screening for all H-1B and H-4 applicants worldwide, regardless of nationality. In a short statement, the US Embassy in India advised applicants to submit their visa applications as early as possible and to be prepared for longer processing times for these categories. "WORLDWIDE ALERT FOR H-1B AND H-4 VISA APPLICANTS. Beginning December 15, the Department of State expanded online presence reviews to ALL H-1B and H-4 applicants as part of standard visa screening. This vetting is being conducted…